The Team
The team is the heart of our holistic approach to rehabilitation.
Each member of our team brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and dedication to helping our clients through their recovery journey. Together, we provide the comprehensive care needed to address both the physical and emotional aspects of addiction.
Our team of staff include:
- Social Workers
- Psychologist
- Occupational Therapist
- Recovery Coaches
- Recovery Assistants
- NLP Practitioner
- Psychiatric Nurse
- Dietician
- Addictions Specialists
Our service providers include:
- Psychiatrist Specialists
- Equine Therapist
- Fitness Instructor
- Dance Instructor
- Martial Arts Instructor
Dr. Rita Suliman
Qualified Psychologist | Expert in Forensics and Addiction
Dr. Rita Suliman is a highly qualified psychologist registered with both the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and the Board of Healthcare Funders.
Raj Albertus
Managing Director | Addiction Specialist
Raj holds a postgraduate diploma in Addictions Care from the University of Cape Town and is instrumental in developing and running the Journey Treatment Centre in Cape Town.
Marcel Van Oostveen
Netherlands Office | Certified Recovery Professional
Marcel has 11 years of lived recovery experience and extensive professional expertise in addiction treatment. Part of the Renewal Recovery Ranch team and closely involved in supporting Dutch clients before and after treatment. Provides recovery coaching and ongoing recovery support to clients and their families in the Netherlands.
Fazloen Albertus
Facility Manager
Fazloen Albertus is anoperations-driven professional dedicated to running efficient, compassionate rehabilitation services in Cape Town, with a background in dietetics.
Mandy-Leigh Samaria Van Aswegen
Registered Counsellor
In private practice for nearly three years, Mandy-Leigh is a Registered Counsellor who has majored in Social Work. She is a recovering addict with 17 years clean time.
Lindsay Willis
Equine Therapist
Lindsay Willis, a former manager of the Horse Protection Unit at the SPCA, specialises in equine therapy and has over 30 years of experience providing a therapeutic milieu for those in recovery from addiction.
Arshaad Gaidien
Recovery Coach
Arshaad Gaidien is a dedicated Recovery Assistant who passionately supports individuals on their journey to overcoming substance use disorders at Renewal Recovery Ranch.
Howard Vollenhoven
Recovery Coach
Howard Vollenhoven is a seasoned Recovery Assistant with an inspiring 27 years of clean time and is a respected and experienced 12-step counsellor.
Ridwaan Lombat
Recovery Assistant
Ridwaan Lombat works as a Recovery Assistant at Renewal Recovery Ranch, offering daily support and guidance to clients throughout their recovery journey.
Ayesha Samsodien
Recovery Assistant
Ayesha Samsodien, is a dedicated Recovery Assistant, Social Auxiliary Worker, and Home-Based Carer with a strong passion for supporting individuals through recovery, care, and therapeutic processes. She is committed to providing ethical, client-centred support that promotes dignity, respect, and personal growth.
Weronika Kiwak
Specialist Wellness Counsellor
Weronika Kiwak holds an Honours degree in Psychology from SACAP and works as a Specialist Wellness Counsellor and Postpartum Doula in training. Recovery is deeply close to her heart.
Our Extended Support Team
- Social Worker 1 – Social Worker
- Social Worker 2 – Social Worker
- Recovery Assistant 1 – Recovery Assistant
- Recovery Assistant 2 – Recovery Assistant
- Registered Counsellor 1 – Registered Counsellor
- Registered Counsellor 2 – Registered Counsellor
- Specialist Wellness Counsellor 2 – Specialist Wellness Counsellor
- Registered Nurse – Registered Nurse
- Martial Arts Instructor
- Dance Instructor